Delhi HC Allows Anganwadi Workers to Have Additional Jobs: Dismisses DSSSB’s Appeal
The Delhi High Court ruled that Anganwadi workers can hold additional jobs due to low wages, dismissing DSSSB's appeal against Parmila Devi's job application.
Delhi High Court Directs DSLSA to Prevent Delays in POCSO Compensation
Delhi High Court orders DSLSA to prevent delays in compensating POCSO survivors, setting up SOPs and dedicated email communication.
Kerala High Court Orders Production of Case Diary in Minister Saji Cherian’s Insult Case
The Kerala High Court directed the production of the case diary in Minister Saji Cherian’s case. A lawyer seeks a CBI re-investigation, alleging police failed to conduct a proper probe into his remarks against the Constitution.
Kerala High Court: Terms ‘Deaf and Dumb’ and ‘Hearing Impaired’ are Offensive, Prefers ‘Deaf’ and ‘Hard-of-Hearing’
The Kerala High Court ruled that terms like "deaf and dumb" and "hearing impaired" are outdated and offensive. The Court emphasized the importance of using 'deaf' or 'hard-of-hearing' in legal contexts.
Supreme Court Criticizes Andhra CM for Public Allegations in Tirupati Laddu Controversy
The Supreme Court criticized Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu for making public claims about adulterated ghee in Tirupati laddus before investigation results, raising concerns over political involvement in religious matters.
Bombay High Court Hears PIL to Ban Online Rummy in Maharashtra
A PIL seeks to ban online rummy in Maharashtra, claiming it is gambling. The Bombay High Court is examining whether rummy is a game of skill or chance.
Storage of Child Pornography Equally Heinous as Child Sexual Abuse
The Supreme Court equates storage and consumption of child sexual exploitative material (CSEAM) to child abuse, emphasizing the common intent of exploitation.
Allahabad High Court Highlights Flawed Convictions to Avoid Higher Court Notices
The Allahabad High Court criticizes trial courts for convicting accused persons to avoid notices from the High Court, citing improper legal reasoning in dowry death cases.
Union Cabinet Approves Simultaneous Elections for Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and Local Bodies
The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to hold simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and local bodies, following recommendations by the High-Level Committee.
Supreme Court Hears Plea on Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah Dispute, Stays Mosque Inspection Commission
The Supreme Court hears the Mosque Committee’s plea challenging the Allahabad High Court's decision in the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah dispute and stays the mosque inspection commission.